Episode
#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
1:05:41
Published: Mon Jul 27 2020
Description
This guest's identity is being kept anonymous. He is a GP working for the NHS in the UK. Trips to the doctor are never fun, but how fun are they for your doctor? What is life like dealing with 70+ patients a week in 10 minute windows? Expect to learn why you should never take a picture of your bumhole to show your GP, why your doctor is always running late, why you can never get a lunchtime appointment, how long a doctor spends fingering patients per month and much more... Exclusive Preview: Get a first look at the Modern Wisdom Academy Notes - https://chriswillx.com/preview/ Sponsor: Check out everything I use from The Protein Works at https://www.theproteinworks.com/modernwisdom/ (35% off everything with the code MODERN35) Extra Stuff: Buy The Secret GP - https://amzn.to/32LEVkW Get my free Ultimate Life Hacks List to 10x your daily productivity → https://chriswillx.com/lifehacks/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
Chapters
In this podcast, Chris Williamson and Dr. Max Hurrell discuss the realities of being a healthcare provider, from explaining your symptoms to your GP to why your doctor always seems to run late.
00:00 - 01:38 (01:38)
Summary
In this podcast, Chris Williamson and Dr. Max Hurrell discuss the realities of being a healthcare provider, from explaining your symptoms to your GP to why your doctor always seems to run late. They also touch on the importance of mental health and wellbeing for healthcare providers.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
The decision to write a medical biography or talk about one's experiences in the medical profession requires protecting the confidentiality of patients.
01:38 - 06:33 (04:55)
Summary
The decision to write a medical biography or talk about one's experiences in the medical profession requires protecting the confidentiality of patients. Despite the desire to share experiences and promote healthcare education, patient confidentiality must always come first.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
The concept of emotions is a difficult one for a GP, as they often have to suppress their true feelings in front of patients, no matter how difficult the case or patient may be.
06:33 - 14:02 (07:28)
Summary
The concept of emotions is a difficult one for a GP, as they often have to suppress their true feelings in front of patients, no matter how difficult the case or patient may be. However, this can be mentally and emotionally exhausting in the long run.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
Doctors cannot guarantee that they will never make mistakes or miss a serious illness despite their best efforts because they are human and prone to errors.
14:02 - 20:29 (06:26)
Summary
Doctors cannot guarantee that they will never make mistakes or miss a serious illness despite their best efforts because they are human and prone to errors. It is important for them to acknowledge their limitations and strive for continuous improvement in their practice.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
A doctor discusses the challenges of treating patients with unhealthy lifestyles, and how it can be difficult to motivate them to change their habits even when faced with serious health consequences.
20:29 - 25:24 (04:55)
Summary
A doctor discusses the challenges of treating patients with unhealthy lifestyles, and how it can be difficult to motivate them to change their habits even when faced with serious health consequences.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
A GP discusses the importance of time management in general practice and how it helps to address patients' needs more efficiently.
25:24 - 30:23 (04:58)
Summary
A GP discusses the importance of time management in general practice and how it helps to address patients' needs more efficiently. He emphasizes the significance of staying positive and hopeful during these challenging times.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
Dr. Gavin Francis discusses the difficulty of diagnosing and treating patients with undefined medical symptoms and the potential reasons for it.
30:23 - 33:54 (03:31)
Summary
Dr. Gavin Francis discusses the difficulty of diagnosing and treating patients with undefined medical symptoms and the potential reasons for it.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker discusses their book, the importance of lifestyle basics, the common buzzwords of the 20th century, and the possibility of not needing drugs or interventions if one does the basics correctly.
33:54 - 41:30 (07:35)
Summary
The speaker discusses their book, the importance of lifestyle basics, the common buzzwords of the 20th century, and the possibility of not needing drugs or interventions if one does the basics correctly. They also mention the tax man and the guy who cleans your drains out.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
Max Pemberton talks about the variety of problems that patients come to him with, ranging from minor ailments to serious issues like lumps near the breast in women.
41:30 - 48:14 (06:44)
Summary
Max Pemberton talks about the variety of problems that patients come to him with, ranging from minor ailments to serious issues like lumps near the breast in women.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
When children undergo medical procedures that can cause discomfort, it's important for parents to extend comfort and reduce discomfort, as long-term effects can impact a child's willingness to seek medical care when needed.
48:14 - 56:42 (08:27)
Summary
When children undergo medical procedures that can cause discomfort, it's important for parents to extend comfort and reduce discomfort, as long-term effects can impact a child's willingness to seek medical care when needed. Additionally, healthcare professionals should make it easy for young patients to communicate, and protect their privacy by keeping personal details confidential.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker emphasizes the importance of mental health for medical professionals and suggests coping mechanisms for dealing with the emotional toll of patient care.
56:42 - 1:04:18 (07:35)
Summary
The speaker emphasizes the importance of mental health for medical professionals and suggests coping mechanisms for dealing with the emotional toll of patient care. He emphasizes the lack of attention given to this aspect of the job and encourages open discussion and self-care.
Episode#202 - The Secret GP - What Really Goes On Inside Your Doctor's Surgery
PodcastModern Wisdom
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Max Skittle talks about the importance of feeling comfortable with your GP and how it is essential for effective treatment.
1:04:18 - 1:05:37 (01:18)
Summary
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Max Skittle talks about the importance of feeling comfortable with your GP and how it is essential for effective treatment. He also talks about his book, The Secret GP and Chris Dorque's upcoming book, Justice on Trial.